Psychology says adults who hold onto empty jars and containers are often seeking more than storage: Why ‘just in case’ thinking makes it hard to throw things awayPsychology suggests that nail biting is rarely a sign of immaturity, poor discipline or weak self-control. More often, it is the brain's wa...
21 Jun, 2026, 11.51 AM IST
Summer Solstice 2026 June 21: Why it’s the longest day of the year, its significance, science behind it, and how it affects youSummer Solstice 2026: Today, 21 June 2026, marks the Summer Solstice, the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. Caused by Ear...
21 Jun, 2026, 10.22 AM IST
The Viral Cure: The wellness hacks people are swearing by in 2026 — and they barely cost a thingDiscover 10 accessible wellness trends for 2026, from the 'Broaden & Build' theory promoting positive emotions to 'Micro Walks' for quick e...
21 Jun, 2026, 06.48 AM IST
In 1879, an inventor kept a carbon-filament bulb glowing for hours, and electric light began changing life after darkThomas Edison's 1879 breakthrough with a long-lasting carbon filament bulb revolutionized electric lighting, moving it from experimental to...
20 Jun, 2026, 05.20 PM IST
Psychology says adults who look in the mirror ten times a day are not narcissists: Why the brain keeps searching for reassurance, control and identityPsychology suggests that adults who frequently glance at mirrors are rarely being narcissistic. More often, they are seeking reassurance an...
20 Jun, 2026, 03.09 PM IST
Retirement savings gap after a career break? Expert shares how to recover without taking big risksCareer breaks, common for women, can impact retirement savings. Experts advise accepting the situation and implementing a catch-up plan by ...
20 Jun, 2026, 10.21 AM IST
Quote of the Day by Hermann Hesse: ‘Some of us think holding on makes us strong but sometimes it is letting go’ - why some relationships are meant to be releasedQuote of the Day by Hermann Hesse challenges the notion that persistence always equates to strength. The article explores how clinging to p...
20 Jun, 2026, 08.01 AM IST
Psychology suggests adults who always choose the same seat aren't boring; habits reduce the mental effort required to make decisionsYour brain automates daily tasks through habits. This saves mental energy and provides a sense of security. Research shows nearly half of o...
19 Jun, 2026, 06.27 PM IST
When Is Summer Solstice 2026? Date, Time, Spiritual Meaning and Zodiac Signs Most AffectedThe Summer Solstice will occur on June 21, 2026, marking the official start of summer in the Northern Hemisphere and bringing the longest d...
19 Jun, 2026, 05.31 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Derek Parfit: ‘We might neglect our future selves because of some failure of belief or imagination’ - A warning on self-sabotage from the philosopher most people have never heard ofPhilosopher Derek Parfit highlighted why people ignore future consequences. He suggested a lack of belief or imagination about our future s...
19 Jun, 2026, 10.19 AM IST
ETMarkets PMS Talk | Dinshaw Irani of Helios India stays away from IT, doubles down on domestic consumption amid AI disruptionHelios India is steering clear of IT stocks, citing AI's disruptive potential, and instead champions India's domestic consumption. The firm...
19 Jun, 2026, 09.00 AM IST
Psychology says people who save ‘special’ items for the future are not being practical: Why the brain delays joy, waiting for the perfect momentPsychology suggests that adults who hold on to special items are rarely acting irrationally. More often, they are trying to preserve someth...
18 Jun, 2026, 10.48 PM IST
Psychology says people who save shopping bags inside other shopping bags are responding to an ancient survival instinctAt its heart, this habit is rarely about the bags themselves. It is more about psychological efficiency. The brain naturally seeks to reduc...
18 Jun, 2026, 11.49 AM IST
Louvre museum 'running out of steam', says new directorThe Louvre museum is struggling to find funding to upgrade its ageing facilities, its new director said Wednesday, following a litany of pr...
17 Jun, 2026, 03.10 PM IST
No father at home, grandparents dead, and the new global sensation Vozinha's heartbreak moment is no money for his mother to witness FIFA World Cup fameCape Verde's Vozinha delivered a career-defining performance against Spain, making seven saves to secure a historic 0-0 draw. Despite globa...
16 Jun, 2026, 01.25 PM IST
Do you talk in your sleep? What somniloquy reveals about your brain, sleep stages, dreams and when it may signal a serious sleep disorderSleep talking somniloquy explained: Ever spoken in your sleep? It's common, affecting many adults and children, and can happen during diffe...
16 Jun, 2026, 01.18 AM IST
Research suggests people who walk outside within hour of waking are using morning light exactly the way the body was built toMornings often begin indoors, but research suggests that getting outside soon after waking can significantly improve sleep, energy levels a...
15 Jun, 2026, 02.01 PM IST